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The 'complex' captaincy call that Bombers must make

One Essendon great can't see Zach Merrett continuing as captain after his meeting with Hawthorn, while the Bombers concede they face a difficult situation.

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Dockers, Eagles brace for 'the biggest' AFLW derby yet

Fremantle are in a world of pain following three consecutive defeats, but they will still start as slight favourites when they host arch-rivals West Coast.

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Dockers retain Erasmus but two others want out

Emerging midfield star Neil Erasmus has turned down interest from cross-town rivals West Coast to extend his stay at Fremantle until the end of 2028.

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'Just genuinely good': new Hawk sees flag comparisons

One of Hawthorn's top recruits this season says while they still lack finals experience, they are building something impressive.

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AFLW great lauds Brown for revealing his sexuality

An AFLW star is among many to praise former West Coast utility Mitch Brown for being the first AFL player to publicly say he is bisexual.

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Former West Coast player Mitch Brown becomes first AFL player to come out as bisexual

Mitch Brown has become the first male AFL player, past or present, to come out as gay or bisexual, in a step he hopes will make others in the game feel seen

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Eagles making the most of extended AFLW road trip

West Coast are staying in Melbourne between two AFLW games in Victoria and coach Daisy Pearce and midfielder Dana Hooker believe it can have massive benefits.

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Young star rejects rivals, signs fresh deal with Eagles

In-demand midfielder Harley Reid has rejected overtures from Victorian clubs and signed a two-year contract extension to remain at West Coast.

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Bombers AFLW star banned over dangerous tackle

Essendon face the prospect of being without one of their best players through suspension for games against Richmond and Geelong.

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Eagles confirm star free agent's plans on future

West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen's future has been under a cloud all season ahead of free agency and now he has made a call.

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Bomber's late heroics snatch win over Eagles

Sophie Alexander has kicked the winning goal at the death to deliver Essendon a thrilling five-point win over West Coast for a 2-0 start to the AFLW season.

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They're now the enemy: Swans coach ready to face Eagles

Dean Cox will forever be remembered as a premiership hero at West Coast, but the first-year Sydney coach is plotting the downfall of his former side.

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Contract negotiations have broken down: Oscar Allen

West Coast appear all but certain to lose Oscar Allen to Brisbane, but coach Andrew McQualter has declared that Liam Ryan will be staying.

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Bulldogs, Dockers start 'finals' a week early next week

Having mauled last-placed West Coast, the Western Bulldogs will return to Marvel Stadium next Sunday for the season-defining game against Fremantle.

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Plenty of son shine as Bulldogs blast lowly Eagles

Father-son recruit Jordan Croft made an impressive debut as the Western Bulldogs smashed last-placed West Coast to set up a big round-24 game.

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Debutant almost outshines Roberts as Eagles soar to win

West Coast's bid to make the AFLW finals for the first time is off to a flying start after they cruised to a 15-point win over Gold Coast.

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Eagles bullish AFL's $2 million man will stay

West Coast are confident they can stave off their Victorian rivals and re-sign Harley Reid, but all signs point towards Oscar Allen leaving the club.

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Blues-Magpies rivalry set to heat up in AFLW opener

Collingwood finished with the AFLW wooden spoon last year, but the arrival of No.1 draft pick Ash Centra could help them make a rapid rise up the table.

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Crows veteran banned for massive Magpies clash

Adelaide veteran Rory Laird is out of Saturday night's home game against Collingwood after being suspended for his high bump on West Coast's Jamie Cripps.

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Health the key as Crows plot deep finals run

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks will consider resting some of his older players if he feels it will help them avoid carrying a niggle into the finals.

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It's extraordinary: Eagles coach stunned by Ginbey snub

Leigh Montagna and Andrew McQualter were once grand final teammates, but they couldn't disagree more when it comes to West Coast defender Reuben Ginbey.

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Injured Thilthorpe the hero as Crows avoid huge upset

West Coast have come close to pulling off the upset of the season, with only inspired efforts from Adelaide's Riley Thilthorpe and Jordan Dawson stopping them.

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Angry and frustrated: Eagles skipper hailed a warrior

West Coast are headed for a one-win season, but co-captain Liam Duggan is doing his best to keep spirits high despite his heavy leadership burden.

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Vixens win GF thriller to claim Super Netball title

Entering the finals in fourth spot, the Melbourne Vixens have ended the West Coast Fever's winning run in the Super Netball grand final, winning by one goal.

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Battling Eagles 'not tough enough': coach

Struggling West Coast were confirmed as 2025 wooden spooners in their thumping loss to Melbourne and coach Andrew McQualter delivered a scathing assessment.

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